Good Idea Or Very Bad Idea ?

I wish someone would make that offer to me. I'd jump all over that. My old partner (dad) just isn't into it anymore. This year we will fish a few 'Big Bass' events; but those just don't get my competitive juices flowing.

Seems that as long as he knows what your limitations are as someone who hasn't fished tournaments, you have discussed all of the logistical stuff, and he seems like a guy you can be isolated on a boat with for hours and hours without any issues; go for it.